The Greatest Gift of All (Matthew 2:1-12) Printable Bible Lesson & Sunday School Activities

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🚸 Ages 6-12 Years Old

Receiving presents is, for children, a big highlight of Christmas and birthdays (or any occasion that calls for gifts). This lesson considers what it means to give and receive gifts. The visitation of the Magi at Epiphany reminds us that we should earnestly seek Jesus and think about what we can give Him in our lives. We also remember that the greatest gift we have ever been given is Jesus Christ and salvation in Him!  

When we consider the story of Epiphany, there’s often great emphasis on the Magi, and with good reason: these men followed the star to seek out the Savior, sacrificing and bringing gifts along the way. However, it is important to remember that the true star was the Christ child. Jesus is the greatest gift of all, and we celebrate His coming to Earth as Messiah. God has sought us and made us His own, and we can celebrate that every day!  

Passage: Matthew 2:1-12

Target Audience: Kindergarten-6th grade 

Materials Needed: Construction paper; decorative supplies; glue; markers or crayons; tape; scissors; paper plate; containers/boxes; pictures of stars; maps; toy babies; Bibles.

More Resources Online

• Watch the video demonstration of the object lesson. 
• Watch the video example for the craft projects.
• Watch the video Bible story “Jesus and the Wise Men” from Saddleback Kids Club
• Watch the video Bible story “The Magi” from Crossroads Kids

For more free illustrations, visit Christian Clip Arts and Ministry-To-Children and Youth Group Ministry Lessons.

Easy-Prep Bible Lesson

• Target Age: elementary school, adaptable for K-6th grades
• Translation: choose NIV, ESV or KJV
• Stand-alone lesson plan
• Instant digital download
• Flexible teaching plan for mixed age groups
• Ideal for Kids' Church or Sunday School (45-60 minutes teaching time)

Attention Keeping Activities

• Object Lesson with video demonstration
  
• Game Suggestions
• Easy To Follow Teaching Plan
• Craft Ideas with video demonstration 
• Coloring Page
• Word Find Worksheet
• Memory Verse Poster